Mac not constantly connected to network

I have both a Mac Mini and a Macbook and both are unable to maintain connection with the network. The internet does work, but whenever I need to use the wireless printer or connect with another computer on the network, I need to reset airport to establish connection. There is a PC on the network, and it does not have this problem.

Read through these router settings for any cause/effect.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4199
Regards,
Captfred

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walkerx wrote:
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